Section Engineer - Highways
JOB_53423084723223Job type
PermanentLocation
DidcotWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Highways And TransportIndustry
ConstructionPay
Negotiable Salary (Dependent on Experience) + Company Car or Allowance + Package
Section Engineer - Permanent - Tier 1 Contractor - Major Long-Term Highways Project - Didcot - Civils
Your new company
You will be joining an established Tier 1 civil engineering contractor operating within the highways industry. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor has been appointed to deliver a major, long-term highways project in Didcot (including dual carriageway, new bridges and viaduct) on top of their already healthy orderbook, and they offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader in the industry, and due to continued success, they are actively seeking a Section Engineer to join their team.
Your new role
As Section Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and mentoring a team of site engineers
- Providing technical support and guidance to site workers and site engineers
- Regularly checking and monitoring setting out compliance with site engineers
- Compiling and reviewing work package plans and other management plans
- Reporting and resolving any on-site issues or conflict promptly and effectively
- Ensuring all H&S procedures are being complied with
- Monitoring and reporting on contractual requirements and progress
- Managing site documentation and maintaining accurate records
- Liaising with local authorities and regulatory bodies as required
- Ensuring quality control and adhering to project specifications
- Participating in project meetings and providing updates on section progress.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:
- Demonstrable experience in a similar role, ideally within the highways industry
- Experience managing one site or a section of a larger site as part of a wider team
- Basic knowledge of NEC contracts
- Understanding of duties and responsibilities with regard to current H&S/CDM legislation
- SMSTS and First Aid at Work
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Negotiable salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car or car allowance
- 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Fuel card
- Life assurance
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits
- Living away from home allowance (where appropriate)
- Pension
- Retail discounts
- Multiple health and wellbeing benefits
- Continuous training and development
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or alternatively email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4723223.
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Section Engineer - HighwaysJOB_534230847232232025-09-102025-12-09
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